Join us live on Thursday, 15th October
...or watch the replay any time.
“Even before a boy is born, the world sets a path for him that limits his potential and places him at risk, as well as those around him...
But there is so much that we can do to help avoid these pitfalls. Every interaction we have with our boys impacts the wiring in their brain, how they feel about themselves and their future interactions with others. We must get better at understanding the science behind how best to support boys through all stages of childhood.”
– Dr Billy Garvey, Ten things I wish you knew about raising boys
Far too many boys today are struggling, and it’s no wonder so many parents are concerned.
Rates of suicide, mental illness, loneliness, self-harm, low school attendance, poor literacy, behavioural interventions, criminality and violence are still unacceptably high for our boys and men
However, knowledge is power and two of Australia’s leading, most well-informed voices in parenting, Maggie Dent and Dr Billy Garvey, are here to help.
Coinciding with the release of Billy’s new book, Ten things I wish you knew about raising boys, Maggie and Billy are coming together for an epic online class that will change how you see and respond to the boys in your life.
FOR ANYONE WHO LIVES OR WORKS WITH BOYS FROM BABIES TO TEENS
In this lunchtime session, Maggie and Billy will explore:
◆︎ What the boys in Billy’s clinic are telling him, and what the adults who guide them most need to hear.
◆︎ The ‘man box’ in infancy – How the way we treat boys right from birth influences their whole lives.
◆︎ Why young boys are more prone to aggression & how to help them with it.
◆︎ Boys and anger as they grow older & bigger – working through it & showing them a way beyond violence.
◆︎ Beyond obedience: how to discipline boys while supporting their moral development & building their emotional skills.
◆︎ Helping boys develop & keep healthy friendships that will protect them through manhood.
◆︎ Encouraging boys to be help-seeking instead of suffering in silence – especially those struggling the most.
◆︎ Preparing & guiding boys from early childhood through adolescence for their emerging sexual awakening in healthy ways.
◆︎ The challenges facing this generation of boys, and how we can build hope & optimism for the men they're becoming.
Join us and become part of shifting what's possible for our boys.
Join us live from 1pm~2.15pm (Sydney time) on Thursday, 15th October
… or watch the replay on your device whenever suits you.
The live session will include a short Q&A near the end of the class. A video recording will be available for anyone who cannot join us live. An audio-only version will also be available for those who prefer to listen on-the-go.
Once you sign up you will receive lifetime access to the participant area where you'll find the special link to join the webinar via Zoom, plus the video and audio replays and additional resources.
Supporting Resources
As a handy reference, you'll also receive a PDF handout with notes and links to further information and some bonus free resources and discounts.
Upcoming conversations about healthy manhood
This session is the third in five conversations Maggie has planned for the second half of 2026, each bringing together experts to help parents and educators better understand and guide the boys in their lives towards a healthy manhood.
Our first two guests were educator and advocate Daniel Principe, and The Man Cave CEO Ben Vasiliou. Coming up are teacher and the face behind ‘Coaching with Tim’ Tim French, and Rites of Passage specialist and 2025 Australian Father of the Year Dr Arne Rubinstein.
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Your Hosts
Maggie Dent
Maggie Dent is a much-loved and trusted voice for parents, families and educators across Australia and beyond. A former teacher and counsellor, she is especially passionate about early childhood, adolescence and building resilience, and is well-known as a fierce advocate for boys.
A bestselling parenting author, Maggie has written 11 books, including Mothering Our Boys, From Boys to Men, Girlhood and Help Me Help My Teen. Maggie hosts The Good Enough Dad podcast and led six seasons of the acclaimed ABC podcast, Parental As Anything. In 2025, she brought her wisdom to television in the ABC series The Role of a Lifetime.
Maggie’s latest book, co-authored with Kirra Pendergast, is DIGITAL FREEDOM: A guide to less screen time for safer, happier and healthier families (published August 2026).
A mother of four sons and a grateful grandmother, Maggie continues to support calmer, more connected childhoods.
Dr Billy Garvey
Dr Billy Garvey is a developmental paediatrician, researcher, and author with over 26 years of frontline experience supporting children and families.
He is the Founder of Guiding Growing Minds — a social enterprise bringing evidence-based child development and mental health science to communities, schools, and families who need it most — and the co-host of Pop Culture Parenting, one of Australia and the world's most loved parenting podcasts, ranked #1 on Apple with over 3 million downloads worldwide.
Billy holds senior specialist and research roles at the Royal Children's Hospital, and is deeply committed to equipping the adults in children's lives — parents, educators, and clinicians — with the knowledge and tools to help kids reach their potential and live rich, meaningful lives. In 2025, he was named YMCA Victorian Father of the Year.
His book Ten Things I Wish You Knew About Your Child's Mental Health has been the #1 parenting title every year since its release, with over 60,000 copies sold. His latest book, Ten Things I Wish You Knew About Raising Boys, is now available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are you only focusing on boys in this class?
I am very aware that girls are also struggling in today’s digital world, and that we still have a long way to go in terms of gender equality in many areas. These boys’ masterclasses are offered at a time when there is significant concern and confusion about adolescent boys, and I know many parents and educators are seeking guidance and support.
I believe that conversations about healthy manhood also benefit girls and wider society. If you are looking for my girls’ masterclasses, please check out my other classes Raising Mighty Girls (with Steve Biddulph) and Understanding Our Gorgeous, Confused Girls (with Michelle Mitchell). – Maggie
When can I access the webinar?
How does lifetime access sound? You can access the replay, bonus content and resource list for as long as you like–across any and all devices you own. Just come back to this website and login!
What if I am unhappy with the masterclass?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.
I already signed up but can't find the participant area!
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Can you provide me with a certificate of completion?
Yes. You will unlock the course certificate once you have marked all lectures as complete. The certificate will appear on the screen once you have completed the final content. Click the Download button underneath the certificate to save the certificate to your device.
How can I get the 25% Members Discount?
If you are a part of Maggie's Membership Community, don't forget you can get 25% off this webinar using the discount code on the Members' Dashboard. And if you're not a member, you can signup anytime (and cancel whenever you like) at maggiedent.com/membership
You'll receive...
✅ Links to join us live and submit your questions
✅ Lifetime access the video and audio replays to watch in your own time
✅ Handout linking to the presenters' key resources on this topic & some freebies
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